Mahesh Ramanujam, CEO of the Global Network for Zero (GNFZ), discusses why Scope 3 emissions must be at the core of any corporate net-zero strategy. He also explores the evolving global and Indian regulatory landscapes, the role of independent certification in ensuring accountability, and shares a real-world case study of how GNF helped an organization design or implement a customized pathway to tackle Scope 3 emissions.

Anker Solix has introduced the 2 kWh C2000 Gen 2 portable power station, featuring faster dual-input charging, lithium iron phosphate batteries, and an idle power draw below 10 W.

Sunsure Energy, founded in 2014, has evolved from a solar developer into a clean energy solutions provider delivering integrated power solutions across solar, wind, and battery storage. Kartikeya Sharma, co-founder and chief business officer at Sunsure, speaks to pv magazine on the key trends reshaping India’s renewable energy landscape, the rising role of battery storage, and Sunsure’s plans for the market.

ReNew Energy Global Plc has announced that it has received a best and final non-binding buyout proposal from Masdar, CPP Investments, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and Sumant Sinha. The offer of $8.15 per share represents an increase of $1.08 per share, or 15.3%, from the initial non-binding proposal dated December 10, 2024.

Industry players speak to pv magazine about whether China’s decision to tighten export controls on key minerals and technologies for lithium batteries will cause a short-term disruption or lead to a long-term strategic realignment of the global supply chain.

Vikram Solar has posted a consolidated revenue of INR 1,109.9 crore for Q2FY26, up 93.7% year-on-year (YoY). PAT for the quarter rose 1,636.5% YoY to INR 128.5 crore with a PAT margin of 11.58%.

Waaree Energies Ltd has reported a total income of INR 6,226.54 crore for Q2 FY2026, marking a stellar 69.96% year-on-year (YoY) growth. Net profit (profit after tax) for the quarter surged by 133.78% YoY to INR 878.21 crore.

Jakson Green and Blueleaf Energy have achieved financial close on 840 MWp of jointly owned solar projects in Bikaner, Rajasthan. These projects form part of their larger 1 GWp Rajasthan solar portfolio.

Solar Energy Corp. of India Ltd’s (SECI) tender for 2 GW of solar PV projects coupled with a 1 GW/4 GWh energy storage system has yielded a lowest tariff of INR 2.86/kWh. The auction saw participation from several new entrants in the sector, with Shivalaya Construction Ltd securing the largest slice of 600 MW.

The Chinese manufacturer said its new inverters can deliver 160% overload for 200 ms in off-grid mode, ensuring stable startup of heavy loads. The IP66-rated products feature a maximum efficiency of 97.6% and a European efficiency of 97.2%.

Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have published a review that looks at polycarbonate sheets as an alternative to solar cover glass. Their findings indicate that this new materials have a combination of low weight, mechanical strength, optical transparency, and thermal resistance that is worthy of further investigation.

Toshiba JSW Power Systems has secured a contract with NTPC Ltd—India’s state-owned power generation company—to provide a centralized monitoring system for 165 thermal and renewable energy power plants.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) says the cost of capital for solar remains higher in Southeast Asian countries than it does in other emerging and developing economies.

Researchers have developed a stagnant water layer cooling concept and tested it using seawater, tap water, and desalinated water. The panel temperature decreased by up to 8.2 °C, while power output increased by approximately 28%.

Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) is accepting proposals for a six-year R&D program to advance large-scale manufacturing technologies and field testing of next-generation tandem perovskite solar cells.

TACC will use the INR 1,230 crore credit facility secured from the State Bank of India to fund its lithium-ion battery grade graphite anode facility with a capacity of 20,000 mtpa in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh.

Demand for copper, often considered as one of the most valuable alternatives to silver in solar manufacturing, is expected to increase by almost a quarter globally by the middle of next decade. Wood Mackenzie says the energy transition is one of four ‘disruptors’ that could cause demand to increase further.

Saatvik Green Energy announced today that it has received orders for the supply of high-efficiency solar PV modules worth INR 689.47 crore. The orders have been placed by multiple private-sector power producers and EPC installers across India.

ArcelorMittal has started producing its Helioroof building-integrated PV modules in France. The steelmaker says the system aims to simplify energy retrofits for commercial and industrial roofs.

Gautam Solar has announced that its 640 Wp R-Series TOPCon solar modules have received approvals from both the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

The BC Jindal Group, a diversified business conglomerates with over INR 18,000 crore turnover, has reached a renewable energy order book of INR 6,500 crore so far in FY26, with more projects in the pipeline.

The world is projected to retire over 11 million tonnes of lithium-ion batteries each year by 2030. India may contribute nearly 2 million tonnes by 2030, not only due to electric vehicles, but also because of an exponential level of consumption of consumer electronics and stationary storage.

ACME Group and Vietnam’s Stavian Industrial Metal have executed a binding term sheet for long-term sale and purchase of 0.8 MTPA of green HBI (Hot Briquetted Iron) and DRI (Direct Reduced Iron)—two critical raw materials used in steelmaking—for a period of ten years.

The Chinese government has introduced new export controls on key dual-use items, citing national security concerns. The move opened a new chapter in the ongoing trade confrontations with the US.

TKIL Industries (formerly thyssenkrupp Industries India) has entered into a strategic partnership with German company 2G Energy International to introduce combined heat and power (CHP) plant and gas engine solutions in India.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

As most imported battery cells are not designed for India’s conditions, localization of battery design and strict adherence to AIS-156 and BIS safety standards is absolutely critical.

Solar panels typically experience only a 10-20% reduction in output during monsoons, not a complete shutdown. The reason is simple: modern panels efficiently capture diffused light, converting scattered sunlight even on cloudy days.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

A modern grid must balance growing demand from new sources like electric vehicles (EVs) with the intermittent supply from renewable sources like solar and wind power. AI-powered smart grids use sophisticated algorithms to forecast power demand and match it with fluctuating renewable generation in real time.